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CLA is a non-profit organization founded on the belief that the music of language is inseparable from the essence of opera and song. Apply to CLA today!

https://www.yaptracker.com/applications/classic-lyric-arts-singers-2024 Classic Lyric Arts provides opportunities for young singers and collaborative pianists to advance their studies of the languages and cultures of classical vocal repertoire, offering education workshops internationally, and supporting participants in their progression from students to young professional artists. CLA currently encompasses two programs: La Lingua della Lirica (The Language of Opera) established in 2009 in Novafeltria, Italy, training the principles of Italian bel canto, and L’Art du Chant Francais (The Art of French Singing) inaugurating its first season in 2012 in the Perigord region, focusing on French opera and melodies. With the belief that the beauty of opera and song is intrinsically connected to the music of language, the teachers include Italian, French and American artists working in the field of classical vocal studies. CLA offers training in diction, style, repertoire, stagecraft, and career development, as well as international performing opportunities, building a bridge for the next generation of musicians to this rich cultural, linguistic and musical heritage.

10/15/2026

✨🎶MASTER THE ART OF BEL CANTO✨🎶

CLA Bel Canto (formerly CLA Italy) is a two-week summer training program in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region dedicated to immersing artists in the culture, techniques, and traditions of bel canto repertoire.

This program blends vocal technique, dramatic development, ensemble work, language learning, and career mentoring into a cohesive experience, all supported by an intimate and collaborative artistic community. CLA Bel Canto Artists live among the locals in the town of Novafeltria and connect with Italian music and culture at the deepest level.

CLA Bel Canto culminates in a grand concert series across the region, where artists perform solo pieces and opera ensembles for enthusiastic audiences. From intimate jewel-box theatres to historic piazze, artists get to experience the thrill of inspiring audiences in their native language.

Seize the opportunity to immerse yourself in the music, language and culture of Italy, and apply today at the link in our bio! ✨🎶

10/09/2026

“The guidance, mentorship, and support I received were inspiring and transformative: they fueled my artistic and musical growth in some of the most encouraging and motivating ways.”

Thank you to soprano Daisy Dalit Sigal for writing about her experiences at CLA France 2026! Head to the link in our bio and click “news” to read her full blog post on our website!✨🎶 Daisy Dalit Sigal

10/01/2026

CLA kicked off the NYC Concert Series with an intimate performance hosted by cherished CLA community member, Hajir Sailor. ✨

The evening brought together ensembles and arias from the 2026 CLA Summer Concert Series, performed by several of our talented CLA Summer 2026 artists. It was an unforgettable opportunity to revisit the artistry that brought this summer and the 2026 Programs to life 🎶

Click the link in our bio to head to our website and view the full gallery!

Photo Credits: 𝑱𝑲𝑳𝑷𝑯𝑶𝑻𝑶 | 𝙅𝙤𝙨𝙝 𝙇𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙣

09/25/2026

✨🎶MASTER FRENCH OPERA AND SONG✨🎶

CLA France is a two-week summer training program in southwest France that is dedicated to exploring the traditions and nuances of French Opéra and mélodie with native French experts.

The artists and faculty live together in a charming château on a sprawling equestrian center, La Ferme d’Hermance, with authentic French cuisine prepared by a local chef. The CLA France curriculum includes daily vocal coachings, language classes, dramatic coachings, and staging rehearsals - all designed to elevate your artistry and meet your individual goals.

From intimate jewel-box theatres to historic cathedrals, artists get to experience the thrill of inspiring audiences in their native language.

Seize the opportunity to immerse yourself in French song, culture, and language and apply today at the link in our bio! ✨🎶

09/21/2026

Introducing the ✨2026/2027 CLA Vocal Academy Fall Session Resident Artists ✨

George Baolin- Bass: George Jiayi Baolin
Wonjin Choi- Tenor: Wonjin Choi
Miastasha Gonzalez-Colon-Mezzo-Soprano (Session 1): Miastasha Gonzalez-Colón
Nicole Magallón- Soprano: Nicole Magallón
Fernando Silva Gorbea- Tenor: Fernando Silva Gorbea
Shengnan Yang- Mezzo-Soprano (Session 2): Mezzo-ShengNan

The third year of the CLAVA Vocal Academy begins in just one week! Follow along as the Resident Artists launch their professional and international careers.

Head to the link in our bio to learn more about the artists!

09/18/2026

✨Faculty Spotlight: Gaspard Brecourt✨

“Gaspard is a true master when it comes to in-depth analysis on how to feel the music and read the cues left by composers in the scores, thus finding the right expressions and creating a complete story even in a short art song.” -Daisy Dalit Sigal, Soprano, CLA France 2026

After completing his musical studies at the Maîtrise de Radio France and at the Conservatoire National de Région of Boulogne-Billancourt, where he obtained 1st Prizes in piano, percussion, harmony and counterpoint, Gaspard Brécourt began a professional career as coach, répétiteur and conductor. Maestro Brécourt has had the great honor of working in the capacity of a coach in a variety of renowned theaters including Opéra National de Paris, Théâtre Impérial de Compiègne, Opéra du Rhin in Strasbourg, and abroad at the Teatro Colòn in Buenos-Aires.

Head to the link in our bio to apply to CLA France today, and head to our website to learn more about the Gaspard and rest of the distinguished CLA France Faculty! ✨🎶

09/15/2026

The 2026/2027 CLA Vocal Academy will begin in just one week! ✨

Going into the 3rd year of The CLA Vocal Academy, a new group of distinguished alumni of the CLA summer programs will begin their journeys to advance their artistic development and at a critical and exciting stage in their careers.

Keep an eye out for this year’s 26/27 CLA Vocal Academy Artist announcement coming soon! ✨🎶

09/09/2026

✨🎶 Apply for the 2027 CLA Summer Programs by October 31 to have your application fee waived! 🎶✨

Auditions are granted on a rolling basis: the sooner you apply, the sooner you can secure your preferred audition slot!

CLA is accepting applications from exceptional pre-professional opera singers seeking an immersive and individualized training experience. CLA France is dedicated to exploring French opera, CLA Mozart deepens artists’ connection to Mozart’s Italian masterpieces, and CLA Bel Canto (previously CLA Italy) explores the nuances of Italian opera and song.

Don’t miss this opportunity to invest in your artistry and grow your skills. Apply today through the link in our bio!✨

09/03/2026

🎶✨While the 2026 Summer Programs may have come to a close, the music, memories, and meaningful connections made along the way continue on! 🎶✨

Head to our website to explore the 2026 Summer Program galleries from CLA France, Mozart and Bel Canto!

📸: Raphaël Treiner , Rome Photo Fun Tours , Giampiero Valli

08/27/2026

✨🎶Announcing The 2027 Summer Season! ✨🎶

With passionate artists, a thriving community, and a mission to discover the music of language, Classic Lyric Arts is proud to unveil the 2027 Summer Programs.

CLA is accepting applications from exceptional pre-professional opera singers seeking an immersive and individualized training experience. CLA France is dedicated to exploring French opera, CLA Mozart deepens artists’ connection to Mozart’s Italian masterpieces, and CLA Bel Canto (previously CLA Italy) explores the nuances of Italian opera and song.

Click the link in our bio to discover CLA’s three distinct summer programs and begin the next step of your musical journey.

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http://www.classiclyricarts.org/support/

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